Two postdoctoral positions are available to investigate T-cell based therapies in collaboration with M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, funded by the NIH/DoD/NSF. The candidate needs to have prior documented experience in molecular biology and in working with immune cells. The successful candidate will work on a multi-disciplinary team involving engineers and clinicians. The candidate will be expected to devise or modify immunological methods to achieve results and publish papers in research journals. Presentation at national meetings and career-development will be encouraged. Strong communication skills (written/verbal) in English is required. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity employer and women/underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Education/Experience: A Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. degree in a related field like molecular or cell biology is required. Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 and standard immunological assays like ELISA/ELISpot/Flow-cytometry.

Timing. Immediate

Please send CV and list of three references via email to:

nvaradarajan@uh.edu

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